Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • 1 ¼ cups virgin olive oil
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

      1199 calories; 135 grams fat; 18 grams saturated fat; 98 grams monounsaturated fat; 14 grams polyunsaturated fat; 0 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 3 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

Preparation

  1. Bring a medium saucepan full of lightly salted water to a boil. Add basil. Blanch 20 to 30 seconds. Drain and squeeze dry.
  2. Put basil in a blender with 1/4 cup olive oil. Blend. With motor on high, gradually add remaining cup olive oil. Blend until smooth. Pour mixture into a glass jar or bottle and leave to steep for one day. Store in refrigerator.

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